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Reverse Black One JrMTB pedals for children put to the test

Stefan Frey

 · 13.10.2023

The Reverse children's pedals are based on the technology of the high-quality Black One pedals
Photo: Stefan Frey

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Elaborate bearings and multiple seals - the Black One Jr. is probably one of the highest quality and most expensive MTB pedals that you can screw under your biking offspring's feet. We tested the 307 gram aluminium bike pedals in everyday use, on the trail and in the bike park.

Reverse Black One Junior - Details and price

  • Pedal size: 100 x 83 mm
  • Pedal height: 14 mm
  • Storage: 1x IGUS lubrication-free plain bearing from Germany / 2x multi-sealed industrial bearings
  • Pin setup: 16 steel pins per pedal, length: 9mm
  • Pin height: 3 mm protrusion height to the pedal body
  • Weight: 307 g per pair
  • Material: Aluminium (pedal) / CrMo (axle)
  • Price: 99,90 Euro >> available here
The Reverse children's pedals are based on the technology of the high-quality Black One pedalsPhoto: Stefan FreyThe Reverse children's pedals are based on the technology of the high-quality Black One pedals

With the stylish black junior pedals, Reverse relies on the technology of the high-quality Black One MTB pedals. As with its big brother, the axle has three bearings with high-quality Igus plain bearings and two multi-sealed industrial bearings. This should be sufficient even for tough use in the bike park. The aluminium cage has been weight-optimised and adapted in size to the small feet. The 307 gram aluminium pedals are fitted with eight interchangeable pins on each side, which can be easily screwed in and out with a 3-pin Allen key - after all, during the learning phase, the odd contact with the ground cannot be ruled out and a pin can quickly become bent.

The pins can be easily changed using an Allen keyPhoto: Stefan FreyThe pins can be easily changed using an Allen key

Reverse Black One Jr.: pedal size suitable for children

The 100 x 83 millimetre cage offers sufficient space for children's feet up to size 39. The nine millimetre long pins protrude three millimetres beyond the pedal body and develop sufficient grip even for moderate use in the bike park. If you are looking for even more grip on the pedal, you can find longer pins in the spare parts store on the Reverse website. According to the manufacturer, the Black One Jr. MTB pedal can also be fully serviced - corresponding spare parts are also available in the online shop.

The size of the pedal body is designed for shoes up to size 39.Photo: Stefan FreyThe size of the pedal body is designed for shoes up to size 39.A 3-millimetre pin height is usually enough for kids.Photo: Stefan FreyA 3-millimetre pin height is usually enough for kids.

Defect on the axle of the reverse pedals for children

Shortly before the first lift ride at the last bike park visit, there was some disillusionment - the youngsters even shed a few tears - the pedal cage slipped two centimetres outwards on the axle. A check in the workshop revealed that a bearing had shifted. The pedal was defective for the time being, but the day was saved by a smart hire bike.

No danger to the small shredder, but still annoying. Inside, the lock nut of the industrial bearings came loose.Photo: Stefan FreyNo danger to the small shredder, but still annoying. Inside, the lock nut of the industrial bearings came loose.

Uncomplicated problem solving

In conversation with Peter Schmid, Managing Director of Reverse, we have since been able to clarify the cause of the defect. The same problem had occurred with a team rider. The culprit was a nut inside the pedal that holds the two industrial bearings in place. It was not sufficiently tightened and became loose over time. Fortunately, there was no danger to the rider because the axle itself is secured by a screw on the outside.

Reverse has identified an under-tightened lock nut (number 6) as the cause of the defect. All affected pedals have been called in for servicing.Photo: Reverse / Stefan FreyReverse has identified an under-tightened lock nut (number 6) as the cause of the defect. All affected pedals have been called in for servicing.

Reverse has now recalled all Black One Jr. pedals sold to date for servicing and repaired them. As a small consolation, the serviced MTB pedals came with a pair of grips from the Youngstar series free of charge. We say: This is what exemplary service looks like!

Plus

  • Perfect size for feet between size 34 and 39
  • plenty of grip
  • High quality and triple bearing
  • Spare parts and pins

Minus

  • Expensive
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Stefan Frey

Stefan Frey is from Lower Bavaria and loves the mossy, loamy trails of the Bavarian Forest as much as the rugged rock of the Dolomites. For technical descents, he is prepared to tackle almost any ascent - under his own steam. As an accessories specialist, he is the first port of call for questions about equipment and add-on parts, while as head of copywriting he sweeps the language crumbs from the pages of the BIKE print editions.

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